Mercedes-Benz is shifting its focus to the U.S. market in a bid to mitigate the impact of ongoing trade tensions and a slowing economy in China. The German automaker, which has long relied on China as a key driver of sales, is now counting on growth in the United States to help offset declining revenue in the world's largest auto market. As tariffs and a weakening yuan continue to weigh on Mercedes-Benz's Chinese sales, the company is investing heavily in its U.S. operations, including a major expansion of its manufacturing footprint. With the U.S. market showing signs of resilience, Mercedes-Benz is banking on a strong performance in America to help cushion the blow of its Chinese slump.
Mercedes-Benz leans on U.S. growth to counter tariffs, China slump Automotive News
